The South Carolina Department of Education released the 2025–2026 School Report Cards today. W.A. Perry maintains an AVERAGE rating, meaning our school meets the criteria for preparing students to achieve the Profile of the South Carolina Graduate. We celebrate our students, staff, and families for their dedication! Our journey continues to ensure every Eagle reaches their fullest potential. #RiseTogetherSoarForever

Shoutout to our W.A. Perry Eagles who earned a PBIS No Referrals Celebration! Their positive choices and commitment to Eagle PRIDE are making a difference! Keep making great choices, Eagles! #RiseTogetherSoarForever

What an evening of creativity, poetry, and family engagement at W.A. Perry! Our Eagles and families took the mic, expressed themselves, and explored literacy through fun, interactive activities! A huge THANK YOU to the ELA Team, our students, families, and staff for making this event a success! Building literacy, strengthening connections, and creating memories. #RiseTogetherSoarForever

W.A. Perry is officially a Common Sense Media Recognized School! Our students have more possibilities at their fingertips than any previous generation. But making the most of it—knowing what to trust, who to credit, and when to close the laptop is something students need to be taught. This honor acknowledges our commitment to teaching these skills and to involving our whole school community—students, educators, and families. A special thank you to Ms. Rister for leading our school's digital literacy efforts. #RiseTogetherSoarForever

WAPMS Top of the Week Inspiration Good Morning Scholars! “Greatness is not a one-time act. It is a habit built through discipline, consistency, and the determination to get better every day.” #RiseTogetherSoarForever

🎉💙❤️ Happy Boss’s Day to Dr. Robin L. Coletrain! 🦅 Leadership is more than a title, it’s about inspiring others, leading with purpose, and making a difference every day! Thank you for your unwavering dedication, vision, and commitment to the W.A. Perry Middle School family. #RiseTogetherSoarForever! 🦅 #HappyBossDay #EaglePride

Eagles, get ready to PINK OUT PERRY tomorrow, Friday, October 16th, in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Students and staff are encouraged to wear PINK as we come together to raise awareness, honor survivors, remember those we've lost, and support those still fighting. 💕Let's fill our hallways with PINK and show that our Eagle family stands together for a cause that matters!🩷 ONE SCHOOL. ONE CAUSE. ALL PINK! 🩷

🦅 Showing up. Soaring higher! W.A. Perry’s chronic absenteeism rate decreased from 51.5% to 41.4%, a 10.1 percentage point improvement! Thank you, families and staff, for helping our Eagles stay present and engaged. Let’s keep it going! It’s COOL to come to SCHOOL, and we want our Eagles here every day! Every day counts. Every Eagle matters! ❤️💙#RiseTogetherSoarForever

BINGO with a MATH TWIST! Bring the whole family to W.A. Perry Middle School for Family Math Night, an evening of bingo, math trivia, and fun with numbers! Tuesday, October 20, 2026 5:00PM-6:00PM Big prizes and surprises! Extra credit for students who bring their family! Bring your thinking caps and your Eagle spirit! Let’s play, learn, and make memories together because Numbers Bring Us Together! #RiseTogetherSoarForever

Our W.A. Perry 7th-grade scholars had an exciting opportunity to tour Benedict College and Allen University, two historic HBCUs right here in Columbia! A special highlight was the opportunity to meet Allen University President Dr. Stanley Jerome Pritchett, Sr.! What a memorable experience for our scholars! Students explored college campuses, learned about higher education, and discovered the incredible opportunities available right in their own backyard! Exposure creates possibilities, and college and career readiness starts NOW! #RiseTogetherSoarForever

6th Grade BLAST Aerospace Magnet students recently visited the American Airlines maintenance facility in Charlotte for an up-close look at the people and technology that keep airplanes flying. Students explored aviation careers and learned how engineers, mechanics, and other aviation professionals use STEM skills to inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair aircraft. Experiences like this connect classroom learning to real-world careers and help our students see what’s possible in the world of aerospace! 🚀✈️

WAPMS Top of the Week Inspiration Good Morning Scholars! “It's not about what you want to do. It's about what you have to do to achieve your goals.” ~Nick Saban #RiseTogetherSoarForever

Save the date for W.A. Perry’s Trunk or Treat on Friday, October 30,th from 5:00–6:30 PM! 🍬🎶 Bring your own bag and join us for candy, sweet treats, a live DJ, attendance fun, and 25 Eagle Bucks for W.A. Perry students! #RiseTogetherSoarForever

After-school students had an exciting Saturday at the South Carolina State University vs. The Citadel Youth Day game! Our scholars enjoyed the game-day atmosphere, experienced HBCU culture, and had the special opportunity to meet legendary former SCSU Head Football Coach and Athletic Director Buddy Pough! We were also glad to share this experience with Dr. Shaquain DuRant, Coordinator of School Counseling Services. A huge thank you to Trinity Episcopal Cathedral Church for sponsoring this memorable experience and providing our scholars with opportunities beyond the classroom. #RiseTogetherSoarForever

A special thank you to the Columbia College students who volunteered during our W.A. Perry volleyball game! Our volunteers helped work the canteen, assisted at the entrance, and supported game-day operations, helping everything run smoothly for our students, families, and guests. We appreciate their time, energy, and commitment to service. When schools and community partners come together, our students win. #RiseTogetherSoarForever

Calling all W.A. Perry families! Get ready for a fun and creative Family Literacy Open Mic Night! Join us for an evening where words come alive through poetry, creativity, and student and family voices. Visit our Poetry Stations, create something of your own, and step up to the mic to share! 📅 Tuesday, October 13th ⏰ 5:00 PM–6:00 PM 📍 W.A. Perry Middle School Come ready to read, write, create, and celebrate literacy together! We can’t wait to see our Eagle families in the house! #RiseTogetherSoarTomorrow

Our 6th-grade Eagles took learning beyond the classroom with an exciting college field study to Newberry College and Presbyterian College! Students had the opportunity to explore both campuses, learn more about higher education, and begin envisioning the possibilities for their futures. Experiences like these help our scholars see that college and career dreams can start now! #RiseTogetherSoarForever

HOCO 2026 PJ Party was a whole VIBE! Our Eagles showed up in their favorite PJs and enjoyed an afternoon filled with music, dancing, food, laughter, and plenty of school spirit! Thank you to Mr. Chapman and everyone who helped make this Homecoming celebration a memorable one for our students. Eagle Pride was definitely in the building! #RiseTogetherSoarForever

Save the Dates! Get ready for something delicious! Our W.A. Perry AVID students are hosting a Double Good Virtual Popcorn Fundraiser, October 19th–26th. Your support helps our students continue dreaming big, preparing for college and careers, and reaching their goals. Grab some tasty popcorn and support our Eagles at the same time! Every purchase supports our AVID students! #RiseTogetherSoarForever

What a performance! Our Perry Drama Eagle Players took the stage, bringing Act Out Loud to life with monologues, duet scenes, and short plays. Their confidence, creativity, and talent were on full display! A huge GREAT JOB to our student performers and Mr. Brian Chapman for his leadership and direction, and to all who helped make the show a success. We are proud of our Eagles for having the courage to step into the spotlight and ACT OUT LOUD. #RiseTogetherSoarForever